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Switzerland Point Middle School
Friday, April 29, 2016

 777 Greenbriar Road

St. Johns, FL  32259
547-8650
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Message from Mrs. Kunze 


This week is National Teacher Appreciation Week!  Our teachers have worked extremely hard all year preparing lessons, grading papers, providing after school help, sponsoring activities, and responding to emails for the development and success of our children.  Teachers do not teach for the money.  They choose to teach to make a difference in the lives of children.  I encourage you to take a few minutes this week to send an email or send a card to a teacher that has made a difference with your child.  Words of gratitude and encouragement mean more to teachers than you can possibly imagine.  

The faculty and staff will enjoy a luncheon on Wednesday courtesy of PTSO.  I want to express my gratitude in advance for having such an amazing and supportive PTSO!

Grades were updated in HAC last Friday.  We encourage you to check your child's progress and contact the teacher with any questions or concerns.

8th grade students will receive information in homeroom this week regarding the annual 8th grade dance.  Students voted on the theme and chose Royal Ball.  The dance will be Friday, May 20th from 7-10pm.

This Friday at 1pm, 8th graders are heading to GradVenture at Universal and Islands of Adventure theme parks.  We will return at 3am on Saturday and drop-off will be at the Publix on 210.

Message from Ali Lindenfeld, our PTSO President
Every year, SPMS honors our outstanding 8th graders at an awards ceremony on the last day of school, Thursday, May 26th. This year's event will again be held in Swiss Point's auditorium.  Due to space limitations, the parents of the award recipients will be the only parents invited to attend.  This year PTSO will be helping with setting up for the awards and providing refreshments afterwards for all students.  PTSO is looking for volunteers to help with setting up, serving, and breaking down for the ceremony and refreshments. We are asking for a maximum of 20 adults to help with the event. If you are interested and if you can stay all day (arrive by 8:30am for set up and stay until release at 1pm), please contact PTSO president Ali Lindenfeld at SPMSPTSO@ hotmail.com. Volunteers will be assigned on a first come first served basis. We will also accept monetary donations to help with the cost of the refreshments. Thank you for your support!


Testing continues and we are still in need of proctors.  If you can spare a few hours, please volunteer.
Click on "Find a Signup"
In the "Search for Email" box, type Cynthia.casper@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Enter the random text
Click "Search"
Click on SPMS Proctor SignUp

All volunteers must be cleared and the website to apply is
Any questions or concerns regarding volunteer access, contact Volunteer Coordinator, Kathleen Roberts at 547-8621 or Kathleen.roberts@stjohns.k12.fl.us


EATING FOR EXAMS!!!
 
Exam Tip #1
Keep calm and Breakfast on!  Its true breakfast is the most important meal of the day, it gets the brain going.  Protein and carb coupling is a good way to go. A protein example is:  eggs, meat & cheese, A carb example is vegetables, breads and cereals.   The carb makes us full and happy and the protein sustains us.  Did you know eggs contain a nutrient called choline, it is thought to help cognitive performance and improve memory as we age.

Exam Tip #2
Stay Hydrated.  Water allows many of the chemical reactions in our bodies to take place and therefore, the speed at which our brains can work and process information will be affected if we become dehydrated.  Mayo Clinic recommends:  
3L of water/day for BOYS, that's 100 oz , or 6 water bottles/day.
2.2L of water/day for GIRLS, that's 80 oz, or 5 bottles of water/day.

 
Exam Tip #3
Dude, chewable Vit C is not a meal!   Supplements are good but real food is better.  An orange contains Vitamine C, fiber, beta carotene and other minerals.  So, pack whole food items like apples, bananas, clementine's, carrot sticks and dried apricots.

 
Exam Tip #4
Going bananas with all this testing?  GOOD!  Fruit ranks high among the best foods you can eat for your brain.  Blueberries get a lot of attention because they contain powerful antioxidants and other nutrients.  Natural sugars in fruit offer clean energy so you don't experience the crash that follows consumption of refined sugar, like candy.

 
Exam Tip #5
It's a no brainer, the better food your brain gets the better you will be able to perform on your tests!  Iron and B vitamins are especially important to maintaining the physical and mental energy necessary to study well.  Iron -containing foods include red meats, cereals and spinach.  Foods that contain B vitamins include whole grains, eggs and nuts.  Fish and soy are other foods that are known to boost your brain by providing the nutrients it needs.


Swiss Point has a Shoparoo account.
 Shoparoo is an extremely easy way to fundraiser for Swiss Point.  All you have to do is download the app on your phone and take pictures of your shopping receipts.  We earn points for each receipt, which turn into dollars for Swiss!  How easy!  Patroit Oaks just received $1,000.  Please download the app today and enter Swiss Point's code - swub3488.

PTSO Information
Visit the PTSO website at www.SwissPointPTSO.com or email at SPMSPTSO@hotmail.com !
Please check out and "LIKE" our Facebook page! 
https://www.facebook.com/SwissPointPTSO
SPMS PTSO is on Instagram!

*Don't forget to join us!!***  SPMS PTSO's next meeting is Monday, May 9th at 10:30am in the Multi-Purpose Room at SPMS.   We will be voting in the 2016-2017 Board (officers & postitions) at this meeting!  ALL are welcome to attend and learn more about what your PTSO does for your school!  
Why be a part of the PTSO? 
There are so many reasons to become involved with your school's PTSO that we can't list them all, so join us at the next meeting to find out! 

Please consider lending your skills to the PTSO!  We have several committee openings for the 2016-2017 school year!!  Join us now for our meetings to learn what they are and to shadow the folks that are involved now to make an easy and fluid transition!!  We are a low-key group of parents helping the school be the best it can be!!  We need YOU!

Did you know??  We have an AmazonSmile account!!  Click this link to find out more!
Now while you do your regular shopping on Amazon thru AmazonSmile, .5% of your purchase will be donated to SPMS PTSO!  It is that EASY!  Thank you for your support!

We just received a check for over $1000 and did a second mailing for the Boxtops has already gone out!  The last mailing for the year will be in June. Turn them in today!!  Campbell Soup labels will be mailed out in the next few weeks, so you still have time to turn those in as well!  Thank you for supporting the label programs!!
Cafeteria Information
The St Johns County School District has release information regarding a parent guide to help answer and questions regarding the Food Service Department.

For the Week of May 2nd

Monday-  Homestyle Mac & Cheese, BBQ Chicken Max Snax, Chicken Nuggets, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Green Beans, Steamed Broccoli Florets, Assorted Fruit, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, White Wheat Roll, Variety of Milk
 
Tuesday-  Mini Corn Dogs, Mini Cheese Ravioli, Max Cheese Sticks, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Celery Stick & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Corn,  Marinara Dipping Sauce, Assorted Fruit, Garlic Breadstick, Ketchup, Mustard, Dipping Sauce, Variety of Milk
 
Wednesday-    Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, Chicken Nuggets, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Celery Stick & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Sweet Peas, Fresh Apple Slices, Assorted Fruit, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Variety of Milk
 
Thursday-  Cheeseburger, Spicy Chicken, Chicken Nuggets, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Celery Stick & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Crispy Baked Potato Cuts, Assorted Fruit, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Variety of Milk
 
Friday-  Hot Dog, Chicken Nuggets, Max Cheese Sticks, Baby Carrot Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach & Romaine Salad with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Celery Stick & Cucumber Dippers with LF Dressing Dunk Cup, Baked Beans, Marinara Dipping Sauce, Choice of 100% Juice, Assorted Fruit, Ketchup, Mustard,  Variety of Milk
Daily Rotation
For the Week May 2, 2016

Saturday, April 30
Algebra  EOC Review 9-12 pm, MPR

Sunday, May 1
State History Fair, May 1-3rd
 
Monday, May 2 - Black Day
FSA Math- 8th Grade
Civics EOC Game Review, 2-3:30 pm, MPR
Football Practice, 5-7 pm, PE Fields

Tuesday, May 3 - Silver Day
FSA Math- 8th grade
Algebra  EOC Review 2 -3:30 pm, MPR
Football Practice, 5-7 pm, PE Fields

Wednesday, May 4- Black Day- 1pm dismissal
EOC Civics 
FCA General Meeting, 1-2:30 pm, Gym
Winterguard Tryouts, 3-6:00 pm, Gym
Football Practice, 5-7 pm, PE Fields

Thursday, May 5- Silver Day
EOC Civics
Algebra  EOC Review 2:10-3:30 pm in MPR
Winterguard Tryouts, 5-6:00 pm, Gym
Football Practice, 5-7 pm, PE Fields
Band Concerts, Beginning band at 6:00 pm, Symphonic Band at 7:30 pm, Gym

Friday, May 6-  Black Day
EOC Civics
Gradventure Field Trip departs at 1:00 pm
District Athletic Presentation to 8th grade girls, 8:00 am, Auditorium
Football Practice, 5-7 pm, PE Fields

Saturday, May 7
Geometry EOC Review, noon-3:00 pm, MPR
Volunteer Information


This guy is saying "Yes I can Help"

Can you?

 

Proctors Needed

A reminder SignUp was send this past Tuesday requesting proctors. There are still 21 days you can choose from to help.  Some days there is only a need for a few people and other days as many as 31.  As of today, there are many days where there are no proctors signed up at all.  There is not enough staff to cover all labs during testing.  Please consider making time to help out.  This large of a request can only be accomplished by many!

Please go to www.signupgenius.com, click on Find a Signup and enter cynthia.casper@stjohns.k12.fl.us.  Thanks in advance for all the help SPMS will receive.

 

Volunteer Requirements

Before you can volunteer in any St. Johns County School, you must complete a School Access Form (see the Policy Reminder Section below)  Please verify with Mrs. Roberts at 547-1822 that you are approved.


Guidance News
Guidance Counselors
Shelley Helfinstine-6th grade and 7th graders with last names beginning with A-L.
Tanya Moseley- 7th graders, last name ending in M-Z and the entire 8th grade.   
Cynthia Dean- Testing Coordinator
Cynthia Casper- Guidance Secretary
 
Text Anxiety
Click here to read an excellent article addressing test anxiety in middle and high school students.

Moseley's Food for Thought
April is Alcohol Responsibility Month!  It is designed to unite students under a common goal of increasing awareness about the health and safety risks associated with alcohol.  Mrs. Moseley is in the process of teaching an Alcohol lesson to all 8th grade students through their History class. If you have an 8th grader, ask them about what they learned from the lesson!  It will be a great discussion starter for you and your child!  Some good information can be found on the following website from Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility for adults, teens and even elementary age children:  http://responsibility.org/

Online Courses
If your child is considering taking an online course please contact their guidance counselor before enrolling them as there is a lot of information we need to give ahead of the registration process.
SAC News
Sarah Lewis, SAC Chair 

School Advisory Council Meeting
Switzerland Point Middle School
Meeting Dates, 2015-2016 School Year
 *Meetings Start Promptly at 3:30pm*
As always, this is a public meeting, 
and all are welcome to attend.
Wednesday, September 16th- 
Wednesday, October 21th
Wednesday, November 18th
                          Wednesday, January  20th
Wednesday, February 17th
 No Meeting in March, 2015
 Wednesday, April 20 th
Wednesday, May 18

Proposed agenda for the Wednesday, May 18 Meeting
Welcome:  Call to Order: 3:30
Vote:  Approval of April minutes
Finance Report: Ashley Blum
Analyzing Results from Parent Needs Assessment Surveys
Vote: Request for SAC Monies: Library
Vote: Disbursement of remainder of SAC funds
Vote: 2016-2017 School Improvement Plan Goals
Vote: 2016-2017 SAC Chair/Co-Chair Positions
Completion of 2016-2017 Membership Intention Forms
Principal Update:  Mrs. Kunze
Adjourn
Media Center News
Judy Gill, Media Specialist judy.gill@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Chris Southworth, Media Paraprofessional

The following students have read all 15 Sunshine State Young Readers book for the 15-16 school year.  Congratulations on this GREAT achievement.
6th grade:  Sydney Antal, Joshua Cooper, Logan Eaton, Justin Evans, Reyanna Torres, and Devon Weber,
7th grade:  Skylar Kyle, Connor Searcy, Eli Snider
8th grade:  Camille Aguilar, Robert Snider

The list for the 2016-17 Sunshine State Books has been released.  We will have some incentives next school year for reading these books and a Battle of the Books club that anyone can join.
SUNSHINE STATE BOOKS FOR 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR
All Fall Down               by Ally Carter
Bot Wars                     by J.V. Kade
The Crossover             by Kwame Alexander
Echo                            by Pam Munoz Ryan
Frenzy                         by Robert Lettrick
The Honest Truth        by Dan Gemeinhart
Insignia                       by S.J. Kincaid
The Luck Uglies          by Paul Durham
The Neptune Project   by Polly Holyoke
Nickel Bay Nick           by Dean Pitchford
The Sinister Sweetness of Splendid Academy                                                           by Nikki Loftin
The Summer I Saved the World in 65 Days                                                                by Michele W. Hurwitz
The Tapper Twins Go to War (with each other)                                                           by Geoff Rodkey
Turn Left at the Cow                                                                                                   by Lisa Bullard
The Worst Class Trip Ever                                                                                         by Dave Barry
Creative Outlets


This is a 2 color block print, created by Ashley Wood.
Great Job Ashley!

The District Middle School Art Show will be on exhibit at the St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine St., St. AugustineOpening night and reception is Friday, April 1 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm.  The art exhibition will continue until Saturday, April 30

SPMS had 3 students win awards at the District Art show this past Friday at the St Augustine Arts Association!
 
Evin Jacobs- 2nd place for painting
Angela Ramsey- honorable mention for painting
Olivia Szabo- 3rd place for printmaking
 
All work will be on display until the end of the month.
Band News

Congratulations to our Jazz Ensemble students on their stellar performances this year!  Their final concert was Tuesday night at Bartram Trail HS and their performances at the Lakeside Jazz festival last weekend earned them Superior ratings!   Awesome job, students!
 
Upcoming Concert Dates:
            5/5/16       Beginning/Symphonic Band Concert
            5/12/16     Wind Symphony/Wind Ensemble
   
Upcoming Fundraiser:
Dunkin Donuts COFFEE Fundraiser is starting soon!  We will be sending our troops coffee care packages for Memorial Day, please consider donating a bag! Download the order form here! Starting April 21!

Get a SPMS Band decal to personalize your instrument case or car window!  $5 each! Click this link to get the order form!

Don't forget to check Mrs. Zentz's webpage for updates and NEWShttp://teachers.stjohns.k12.fl.us/zentz-l/

The Middle Years
The Middle Years, Working Together for School Success is a publication for students and parents which addresses issues specifically for middle school students.  Sections of the publication include Short Stops, Questions/Answers, and Parent to Parent.  These articles come out once a month with supplemental articles published frequently.  

Click the publication date below to view:

From the Nurse
Joan Beccard
Licensed Practical Nurse 
547-8628 

I have noticed that many parents are bringing in their child's shot record with 2015 dates they received the shot.  Thank you for bringing them in!  If your child had their Tdap shot and you are unsure if we have received it, please do not hesitate to contact Norma Miller at norma.miller@stjohns.k12.fl.us or Cynthia Casper at cynthia.casper@stjohns.k12.fl.us.  The school does have access to the state wide Florida Shots system to review your child's immunization record and print it.  Before you know it school will be starting and your student will not be able to start on the first day or get their schedule. There will be no exceptions! The Tdap shot must be documented on a Florida 680 form. No receipts will be accepted. If you have any questions please email me at joan.beccard@stjohns.k12.fl.us or call 547-8628.

Information Changes
It is imperative that parents call into school to change home phone numbers, cell numbers, work numbers and email addresses as soon as they are changed.  In an emergent situation, it is difficult to get contact parents when the information provided is not correct. Please contact Norma Miller at norma.miller@stjohns.k12.fl.us with changes.

Florida Immunization Requirements: FAQs
Click here to view valuable information regarding requirements for school age students and their immunizations.
Athletics
NOTICE:
The Saint Johns Middle School Athletic Association ("SJMSAA") middle school sports program is not operated or sponsored by the St. Johns County School District. SJMSAA is an independent, private non-profit corporation, which uses District middle school names and facilities under a license agreement with the District, and which is solely responsible for the operation of the SJMSAA middle school sports program and its individual teams.


SPMS Road Raiders
Running Club: EVERYONE IS WELCOME.
Running For FUN Every THURSDAY AT 5:15-6:30 PM
Beginners and advanced come out for some training, exercise and fun.  Wear comfortable shoes and clothes to get sweaty in! Bring a water bottle too!

SJMSAA Raider Cheerleading 2016-2017
Congratulation so the new cheerleading squads!
2016-2017 Swiss Point Cheerleading
Varsity
Ashley Sawyer
Ava Kirby
Averie Eliott
Ella Jackson
Emeline Haddock
Emma Grant
Emma Kahn
Julia Merritt
Karley Chisholm
Katie Luttrell
Kensey Chisholm
Katie Hayes
Abi Whitman
Kylee Danko
Laira Gomer
Malllerie Davis
Madolyn Macedonio
Rugayyah Basari
Sydney Sylvester
Tori Stoddard

2016-2017 Swiss Point Cheerleading
Junior Varsity

Abigail Sorensen
Ava Hinton
Briana Cajeira
Brielle Lynch
Chloe Stewart
Ellette Pagotto-Andre
Emily Kasper
Hannah Weintraub
Ivory Sekamanzi
Janell Lyttle
Jenna Ross
Kayla Campbell
Kaylen Green
Leah Geer
Liddy Dow
Makayla Nhiev
Peyton Hollis
Rae Ann Emery
Rieley O'Rourke
Shelby Kennedy
Taylar Paige



SPMS Baskeball Camp
Switzerland Point Middle School will be hosting its Annual Summer Basketball Camp for boys & girls ages 6 - 14. The camp will have three one - week sessions June 6 - July 1, 2016. This is a fun filled camp where "Teaching Never Stops". Don't be left out of this year's camp because the camp fills up fast. Please check your child's school for a brochure or the website at Switzerland Point Middle School.Click here also!  Questions/concerns, please call or email Coach Singleton 
terrance.singleton@stjohns.k12.fl.us at 287-2626 or 547-8650.  
 
Also, we are seeking donations or prizes for the students. (Example: gift certificate, T-shirt, coupons, or candy). If any area business can contribute it will be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

SJMSAA Football
The SPMS Raider Football team will be practicing in preparation for the Spring game. 
 
Spring SJMSAA Baseball 
Click on the links above to view the SPMS baseball schedules.  Good Luck Raiders!  Please contact Curtis Mack with any questions at Curtis.Mack@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Congratulations to the Varsity Baseball team as they defeated Fruit Cove to stay UNDEFEATED!  Way to go Baseball Raiders!

Intramural Dodgeball
Coach Singleton will have permission slips available after Spring Break for intramural dodgeball.  

SJMSAA Softball
Congratulation to the softball team on their wins this past week:
V. Sebastian - won 12-0
V. Pacetti Bay - won 16-6
3/17 v. Landrum at Davis- Postponed
3/29 v. Patriot Oaks at Aberdeen - WON
3/31 v. Liberty Pines at Aberdeen - WON 16-0
4/5 v. Fruit Cove at Aberdeen at 4pm- Loss
4/7 v. Sebastian at St. Augustine Little League at 4pm
4/8 v. Valley Ridge at Aberdeen at 4pm-Loss
4/12 v. Pacetti Bay at St. Augustine Little League-WON 18-2
4/14 v. Valley Ridge at Davis- Loss
4/19 v. Landrum at Aberdeen-WON
4/21 v. Patriot Oaks at Aberdeen- WON
4/26 v. Liberty Pines at Aberdeen- WON

 
SJMSAA Tennis
Clinics will start the week of Feb 15. Matches start March 3.
Matches will be March 3,10,17,31 April 7,14,21,28 May 5. Play offs May 12. Please check the SJMSAA website for information.  

SJMSAA Golf
Date       Home              Away                Course
3/16   Swiss Point       Landrum B        South Hampton WIN
3/30   Academy          Swiss Point        Cimarrone WIN
4/6     Landrum A       Swiss Point        TPC Dye Valley Loss
4/13   Swiss Point      Pacetti Bay        South Hampton WIN
4/27   Swiss Point      Fruit Cove          South Hampton
5/4     Liberty Pines   Swiss Point         St. Johns GCC



Summer Camps at Bartram Trail High School


Creekside Athletic Association
Click here to view informational flyer regarding:
*Creekside High School Annual Running of the Knights on Friday May 13
*Creeks Baseball Club Summer Camp
*Red and Black Wrestling Takedown and Turn Camp
*Girls Volleyball Camp
*Knights Basketball Factory Camp
Policy Reminders
Access to the building
We have been informed by the district  that ALL parents that plan on entering the building during the day before or after school ,even if students are not in the building, need to be cleared.  We are asking that EVERY parent or guardian that might be on campus for a conference, IEP meeting, 504 meeting or for anything else, PLEASE click on the link below to register for access.
NOTE:  Access files are good for 3 years.  Please do not apply again but call the school that you wish to have access to and they will help get the file updated. Call the school also to add SPMS to your list of schools you wish to have access to.

Go to www.stjohns.k12.fl.us, scroll down to Families and click on School Access Form

Student's Corner
BeaTPAC (Bartram Trail High School Performing Arts Summer Camp)- SPACE IS FILLING UP!
BeaTPAC 2016(Bartram Trail Performing Arts Summer Camp) is starting to reach capacity. BeaTPAC is paperless this year, we will not be sending out brochures. Please go online at  www.beatpac.com 
To make sure your camper is enrolled in BeaTPAC, go online to get information and register .
 
Winterguard Tryouts
Do you enjoy dance? Gymnastics? Twirling?
Try out for the Switzerland Point Middle School Winter Guard team!

Audition packets are available in the front office or see Mrs. Lewis
 
Wednesday        April 27 4:00 - 6:00
Wednesday        May 4    4:00 - 6:00 
Thursday             May 5    4:00 - 6:00
Wednesday        May 11 4:00 - 6:00
Thursday             May 12 4:00 - 6:00  (Tryouts)
 
Students need to wear comfortable black shorts, black t-shirt, and report to the SPMS gym. Please bring a snack and a drink (Your drink MUST have a lid). No friends or family will be permitted in the gym during auditions; this is a closed audition process. 
Email Mrs. Lewis or Coach Evan Black at sarah.lewis@stjohns.k12.fl.us and ehblack91@gmail.com


Gamble Rogers Music Festival Youth Performance Competition
Call for Musicians!
To be held at the Colonial Quarter
St. George Street, Downtown St. Augustine.
The Producers of the GRMF are excited to announce a YOUTH PERFORMANCE COMPETITION to be held at the 21st Annual Gamble Rogers Music Festival.  A two-hour block of time has been scheduled for Middle and High School age students (including Home School students). Auditions will be accepted through YouTube or Vimeo videos. Deadline for entries is April 1, 2016.
Important information;
  1. Original music is welcome and covers accepted
  2. Solo acts and Bands, of no more than 4 persons, will be accepted
  3. Each performer or group must be able to do a 20-minute set (4-5 songs). Only one full song is needed for audition.
  4. Sound equipment will be provided. All performers must provide their own instruments.
  5. The performance time will be 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 30th.
  6. Auditions must be sent via YouTube or Vimeo link.
  7. Application information must be completed with link information.
  8. Chosen acts will be announced on April 9th. 5 acts will be selected.
  9. The acceptance committee will include professional musicians and selection is at their discretion.
  10. A winner will be selected from the live performances.
Personal information needed: name, age, school, phone number, email, experience in performance situation, description of your musical style and influences, parent name and parent phone number.  
Send personal information and video link , by April 1, 2016 to: Jspringfield@mac.com
21st Annual Gamble Rogers Music Festival
April 29-May 1, 2016
$100 and Professional performance counseling to winner!

8th Grade Corner
Spirit of Bartram Colorguard Try-outs
If you want to be a part of a great group of students and perform with our AWESOME...
"Spirit of Bartram" Marching Band, consider joining our Outdoor Colorguard Team!
Tryouts for "Spirit of Bartram" Colorguard Team are:
Tuesday, May 2nd, Thursday, May 4th
AND Friday, May 5th
6:00pm - 8:30pm @ BTHS Band Room
You MUST attend ALL 3 Tryout Dates. 
Beyond the Bell



 
We currently have openings in Beyond the Bell.  If you are interested, please refer to the Extended Day Tab on the SPMS website for directions to register. All forms and fees must be paid prior to your child attending Beyond the Bell.

Any questions regarding Beyond the Bell, please contact the Manager: Christine.Southworth@stjohns.k12.fl.us  
From the District
Visit their website at www.stjohns.k12.fl.us
   

Superintendent's Report
The 4/14/2016 issue of the Superintendent's Report is now posted at www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/supt/report/  The newsletter can also be found on the home page of the St. Johns County School District website at www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/
   
Approved District Calendar for 2016-2017
Click here to view the approved 2015-2016 District Master Calendar. 

Redirecting Children's Behavior Course
Click here to view informational flyer regarding the St. Johns County School District FREE "Redirecting Children's Behavior" Course.  It is a 5 week course being held on April 7, 14, 21, 28 and May 28.  See flyer for details and contact information. 
Community News vents
Summer Employment Opportunity
Click here to view flyer regarding summer employment opportunities at the First Coast YMCA.

Alpine Groves Park 2nd Annual Community Yard Sale
The second annual community Yard Sale at Alpine Groves Park will be held on Saturday, May 14th from 9am till 1pm at the park located on State Rd. 13 in Switzerland. For those with items to sell, registration and a participation fee of $15 is required prior to the event; proceeds go directly to the Friends of Alpine Park and their efforts to restore the historic Bennett Farm House on site. For those who prefer to shop, bring a friend and plan on staying awhile as you won't find a nicer location in which to hunt for that one of a kind item. Contact friendsofalpinepark@gmail.com for more information or to register for this event. Switzerland Point helped with this park in its beginnings with students going out there with the Legacy Program and helping collect artifacts and clearing of the land.

Florida Agricultural Museum: Fun on the Farm Summer Camp
Click here to view the informational flyer on how to become a junior farmer at the Florida Agricultural Museum this summer!

Summer Volunteer Opportunity
to view flyer about volunteer opportunity at Westminister Woods for the summer.  Apply before May 23rd.


State Farm Public Affairs Community Outreach
Click here to view the State Farm Public Affairs Community Outreach flyer.  It includes articles regarding the Youth Advisory Board, Teen driver Safety, the Good Neighbor Citizenship Grant Program and more.

Reading Skills and Speed Reading Programs
The University of North Florida Division of Continuing Education is offering a Reading Skills and Speed Reading Program.  Click here to view flyer that includes the list of programs offered and information on how to register.

K-9s United
The following links include information regarding a newly formed non-profit organization that supports K-9 officers and their handlers.